Cruise the Heart of Europe

Cologne (EMBARK)

Arrive in Cologne and transfer onto your ship.

Koblenz & Boppard

This morning, view the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress as we pay a visit to the historic Koblenz. Enjoy a guided walk around the Old Town.

Enjoy an afternoon stop at the ‘Pearl of the Rhine’ for a guided tour. Enjoy site-seeing the fourth-century fortress, the St Severin Church and the picturesque marketplace.

Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim

Today we cruise past the ancient castle ruins, rocky outcrops and twisting bends of Rhine Gorge, with an opportunity to spot the famous Lorelei Rock.

Next, we call at Rüdesheim, a wine town situated in the centre of many vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour through the heart of the Old Town, visiting the Klunkhardshof and the Brömserhof.

Mainz

Wander the crooked streets of the Old Town, discovering half-timbered houses, Roman Catholic Monuments and a bustling market. Pay a visit to the Romanesque St Martin’s Cathedral, Saint Stephen’s Church and the largest amphitheatre in the alps.

Miltenberg & Wertheim

Embark on our walking tour to view one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval villages, including visits to the ‘Snhnatterloch’ and the former Waaghaus.

Würzburg

Explore on foot, passing medieval towns, lofty castles and grand palaces including the magnificent Residenz, one of Europe’s finest Baroque palaces.

Bamberg

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most outstandingly preserved small towns in Europe. Enjoy the cathedral, town hall, network of canals and the former fisherman’s houses titled “Little Venice”.

Nuremberg

Enjoy a fascinating guided tour taking in the city’s many historic buildings – including the Kaiserburg Castle, Craftsman’s Court, Church of Saint Lawrence and the Market Square.

Regensburg

Take in the sights on our guided tour. View wealthy merchants’ houses, the Old Town Hall or take a stroll along the iconic stone bridge and pay a visit to the Altes Rathaus.

Passau

Explore the ‘Three Rivers City’ on our guided tour, enjoy a view of the overlooking Veste Oberhaus, explore the Old Town and pay a visit to Saint Stephen’s Cathedral.

Melk

Enjoy the Benedictine Abbey, castle-turned monastery and Melk’s main attraction.. In the afternoon, we cruise through Wachau Valley accompanied by a quartet of classical museums.

Vienna

Bask in the glory of this elegant imperial city; enjoy a guided tour paying a visit to Saint Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace and the Spanish Riding Cool.

Bratislava

Explore the former Old Town Hall, now a museum dedicated to the city’s history, the 9th-century castle or the neoclassical Primatial Palace with its hall of mirrors and 17th-century English tapestries.

Budapest

Embark on a tour of the main sights; including the iconic Parliament Building. Wander past Turkish baths, palatial buildings and Baroque Churches all overlooked by the city’s castle.

Return Home (DISEMBARK)

Bid farewell to your friendly crew before beginning your journey home.